Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 140g - 93 x 60 x 27mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
Photography Glossary Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm A170 was introduced 4 years before the SZ3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm A170 grades vs the SZ3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix A170 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A170 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Panasonic SZ3
| Fujifilm A170 | SZ3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Fujifilm A170
| SZ3 | Fujifilm A170 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | July 2009 | Newer by 42 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Panasonic SZ3
| Fujifilm A170 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal display measurements |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A170 has exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic SZ3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm A170 vs the SZ3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A170 and SZ3 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm A170 and SZ3.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ3 to show extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A170 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-07-22 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 126g (0.28 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $80 | $150 |